Clueless on the incredible sound high end amps and speakers actually create! Those Bowers and Wilkins 801's are $50K each! Let me guess you spent $100 on speakers and they sound great too? LMFAO
I've to say you maybe are one of the very few who has made a statement that is so true, the system sounds good and is great if you like it and no two tastes are alike. I have purchased systems beginning in 1974 and I have to say what you've said is so true and if someone tries to tell you differently don't let them. Audio equipment should be what you like and nothing else no matter what anyone else says!
Nah, I'm sorry that's a load of bullshit that's perpetuated by these companies to keep selling you overpriced shit. Clean power should not cost tens if not hundreds of thousands of dollars
Well done sir! I’m a professional audio engineer, have published music for over 23 years and I master and work with musicians to shine on these types of systems. I’ve be running B&W Nautilus for over 20 years. My 805s are still in my A/B mastering chain. You did it right my friend. I’d love to see a nice turntable in your setup.
@@stereothrilla8374 I Heard B&W 805's at a lengthy session and was VERY impressed. I have only Seen one Nautilus Speaker System at a great used Audio Store; unfortunately the Owner didn't have 4 Spare Amplifiers, LOL.
Cool setup. Let me get this straight...so the electrical and acoustic engineers who designed and built the equipment, costing tens of thousands of dollars, deliberately supplied the equipment with power cables that screw up the equipment's performance? Can you please explain what "junk" is removed from an AC mains line? The power cables supplied with the equipment pass rigorous testing to ensure safety, did your aftermarket cables get the same rating?
Do your research. Any stock power cable supplied with components is cheap garbage. The components are well engineered. The issue isn’t there. It’s in the poor overseas sourced 5$ cables that they supply.
@@PanTheOrganizer I suppose you rewired the cheap garbage in the walls of your house too :D The speakers do 99% of the lifting here. You could hook a decent 200W integrated amp with coat hangers and you wouldn't hear a difference in an ABX test.
My goodness this does look incredible. This is the epitome of what hard work can build. Few of us will never even experience the sound, let alone have this for our own. Congratulations Pan.
You can get a decent sound on a cheaper setup. If you can afford this setup go for it. Otherwise there are really good stereoamps, cd players and speakers for less money that will give you a really good sound quality. My setup is as follows: ML classic ESL 9 electrostatic speakers, accuphase dp 450 cd player and BMC C1 integrated stereoamp
I second the guy below me, just find an electronic music event with a Funktion-One, Void, or L-Acoustics sound system to experience ultimate sonic bliss.
Wow, so impressive. When you get into something you don’t mess around, do you? This is very apparent with the detailing tools and products you use, to your garage setup, to your choice of car, and now your choice of stereo. Kudos to you. What you hear on your stereo is probably what one hears sitting in the recording studio with the band and musicians sorting across from them. Really cool! More power to you and wishing you continuing success so you could enjoy the best things money can buy. 👍
@@PanTheOrganizer Yes Pan I do! My system consists of the following: I switch between the SONY DA5500ES Receiver & my Pioneer vintage 1050 Receiver, Vandersteen 2Ce Signature III Speakers, the Thorens TD 295 MKIII Turntable, the Sony - UBP-X800M2 Blu-Ray/SACD Player and the Pioneer Elite PDR-W739 CD-R Recorder all connected with Monster cables.
@@PanTheOrganizer Right now Pan, I'm listening to various live shows of Genesis from 1977 - 1981, Hammock, Ulver, Hidden Empire, Buckethead and Jean-Luc Ponty.
Thanks for sharing Pan. I walked into an audio store with some high end equipment and got to listen to one of my favorite artist play a bass and I could hear finger slides on the strings that I never heard before. True audiophiles appreciate what you shared.
I agree. Some people think high quality audio gear is a waste of money. I think that is complete nonsense. Usually it's those who can't afford systems that say that, because if they actually are honest and get to listen to their favourite recordings on a proper system, it's impossible not to get moved by the music and hear things you wouldn't on a normal setup or your phone. I usually tell people to "be and let be". Be happy for others and if owning a system isn't for you, then that's ok too. :) I have been a music lover for decades, and getting to enjoy my favourite music on a quality setup is really soothing to me.
@@PanTheOrganizer Pan, checkout the song Pearls by Sade. I can’t imagine how awesome it would sound on your system. The strings at the beginning are soul stirring and the purity of her voice is amazing. Enjoy!
I purchased a Caver amp & preamp with Klipsch forte floor speakers back in 89. The caver system was radically different from the rest. Lots of power and the speakers were very efficient. You could hear a page being turned on a classical piece and fingers sliding on guitar strings. The preamp went south in 2010 and I switched to a surround sound theater receiver.
That's an amazing system. I've been in this hobby for over 40 yrs. When people ask me why I have so much power for my speakers, I say so they aren't driven into distortion. And when I demo and turn it up fairly loud, I get the, wow that's sounds amazing and it doesn't hurt my ears. Yeah, there isn't distortion fatiguing your ears. I have a clean 2.5K of power and two more 800 watt amps waiting to be integrating. It's a great hobby to be in.
I couldn’t think of a nicer guy to have all of this beautiful audio equipment. Congratulations Pan, enjoy mate, I know you’ve worked so hard for it. 👍🏻
Wow. I have always dreamed of having McIntosh equipment. I used to work at an electronics store where i got my Rotel and Paradigm system. Nothing even close to that though. I bet your system sounds absolutely amazing in person. Amazing!
Mac stuff is pretty easy to keep clean. Quick wipe periodically with a good microfiber is usually all that is needed. Vertical heat sinks on the amps are kind of crud catchers though. Compressed air works there.
Congratulations on putting together this sublime audio system. You did a huge service mentioning that people should go with what sounds best to them. I was lucky enough to do A/B testing with power cables about a month after I'd lived with my system and the differences from the factory-supplied cable were jaw-dropping. Highly recommended upgrade.
@@XXPYR0XX I'm sure he can. That DAC had 11 inputs, he said. And the Digital Streamer also is hooked up over ethernet, so probably the computer audio can be played over the network.
Wow I had no idea you were into audio. I’ve been watching your car reviews since last year but have been into audio since forever. You would definitely qualify as an audiophile. Glad to know we share similar interests! :)
Hehe thanks! Yeah I have shared many of my passions on my channel in past videos through the seven years since I started on UA-cam. I have a passion for music, HiFi setups, movies, home theaters, computers, sneaker collections, luxury watch collections, and cars. All the guy "sicknesses" as I call them haha. This is probably my 7th or 8th HiFi setup at this point in my life. Every time I promise myself this is my "end game" setup, it never is. There's always something new, or when you save up more for your budget, you can access an entirely new bracket of components. I love listening to music, so having a high fidelity setup allowing me to indulge in that passion is so much fun. What HiFi setup do yo own?
@@PanTheOrganizer I used to own a pair of Devialet Phantom Reactor 900’s for my music, but then swapped them our for a pair of Gold Phantoms. You could argue that they don’t deliver the performance for price, and I myself would not consider them to be audiophile grade, but man I have never since heard such low end performance from such small cabinets. I then swapped them out for a pair of LS60 wireless floorstanding last year and have had these since. I usually stick to all in one active units as I don’t have the luxury to experiment with external amps or dacs, however I have many a headphones and use balanced Drop+Grace dac with balanced thx AAA 789 amp to power them. Music is certainly a passion and people become very confused as to how we can “waste” money on audio equipment. But you can’t put a price on passions, because it’s what we live for. Keep it up Pan. You inspire us all!
Yeah I know Devialet products quite well, I myself have a limited edition sage green version of the new Phantom II, and for its size (it's in my living room), people are always blown away by the power and sound quality that comes out of there, and super low distortion even at crazy loud volumes. It's a great party trick haha. I also had some LS50 wireless speakers (which I reviewed in this video: ua-cam.com/video/sjdP8XYiDSY/v-deo.html) and those two were great. UniQ technology baby! And I fully agree with you, nobody should argue when it comes to passions. Let people enjoy what they worked hard to achieve and purchase. I think usually, those who say it's a waste of money simply don't have the money to afford high quality setups, so they have to belittle others to make themselves feel better about not owning a great setup. I can assure you that if they won the lottery or had a higher paying job, they would jump on the chance to own a great sound system!! ;)
Pan!! You are my "inspiration" 😊😊 Who is like you? You amaze everyone from car detailing to being an audiophile 👍👍 Congrats and keep up the awesome content!
Thank you so much 😀 I’m always glad to hear I can help to inspire my viewers. Hard work can make you accomplish your dreams! And I wish the best to all my viewers.
Thanks man! I’m also a crazy home theater nut! See my latest setup here: ua-cam.com/video/V7RTe_Jqx8E/v-deo.htmlsi=GnGIY3o9jxjIuyNl What HiFi gear do you have?
I am a professional audio engineer of over 20 yrs. Even through my reference monitors in the studio I can hear the quality of this setup. One thing that stand out to me is the separation and clarity. Again I know my system is not replicating the experience of sitting in that chair. However, I can hear every detail of the reverb on vocals, crisp snaps of the high hats and snare, etc. This is truly a masterpiece. Also your wife is an absolute champ!!! I wish I had such a supportive companion. Your a blessed man my friend 😊
Thanks Hensley! Yeah my wife supports me in all my passions and endeavours, just as much as I support her in here. They way it should be right? :) Glad you were able understand the quality of the setup despite the song choice. My channel is too big to risk getting a copyright strike by playing popular music. This was just a copyright free track for fun. As I said in the video, you can’t judge a system’s performance by playing a compressed UA-cam video through your mobile device or computer anyways. I hope you can appreciate that. My usual go-to music on my setup are master recordings from Miles Davis, Aretha Franklin, Norah Jones, Pink Floyd, Fleetwood Mac, etc Merry Christmas to you!
@ Yes I can only imagine the experience of listening to those listed artists through that system. Precision, emotional, immersive are some words I could think to describe it. I’m happy for you friend, I feel your a bit more enlightened from this experience . Merry Christmas!!
That's so cool to be able to switch from tubes to solid state. I think I'd prefer the tubes to be a bit more highlighted like a regular tube amp. McIntosh is the top of the line. Can't go wrong there.
Your thought process of course is second to none, this system is insane and I hope you enjoy! Just from the demo at the end, I like this system a lot. The sound is crisp, I like listening to each component of the beat and this makes it easy. I can't imagine it in person! You've outdone yourself sir!
Thanks!! And that sound clip was just a copyright free song (to make sure I don't get a copyright strike) so it's not even something well recorded or "audiophile grade" by any means. Putting a proper SACD or HiRes stream from a master audio file on there is simply audio bliss!
I listened to the demo on a very nice stereo and it didn't sound good. It totally loses it in the translation. But you have an ultimate dream set up that I would love to listen to and aspire to. I bet it sounds epic in the room. Well done!
Thank you for emphasising how subjective listening to music is and the difference isn't always about (the most expensive) equipment. If whatever you use enhances your personal listening enjoyment then that's what's right for you. The fun comes from experimenting.
WOW! What a HUGE upgrade, Pan. I have heard such a setup here in the States, and it is excellent. One suggestion: pull the B&Ws out into the room, about 3 feet from the front wall. Your soundstage will get deep and holographic as well as wide. Enjoy!
Yeah I don’t have the place for putting them that far out unfortunately. The space was initially designed for my custom home theater, so that’s where all the thought process went. I never thought I’d splurge on a stereo setup of this magnitude as well haha. I have issues. 😂
@@PanTheOrganizer I can totally relate. My tastes in cars, audio, and details are just like yours. Now, I just need to figure out how to build a side hustle like yours so I can finance my champagne tastes...
Hehe in my case though, it has nothing to do with a side hustle. It's a high paying job, my investments in the financial markets, and decades of hard work and making smart moves and investments that got me to this point in life. Nothing comes easily. I'm a strong believer of hard work and having goals to surpass. It pushes me to always reach for new heights.
@@PanTheOrganizer Yeah, I was on that path too, then got blindsided by divorce about 8 years ago, which sliced everything I had built in half. It's taken me this long to get clear of child support and start to get my feet back under me. So for me, it will take a side hustle in addition with my decent-paying job (in commercial AV technology) to get to your level, where I want to be. I was actually a financial advisor for 11 years back in the the 2000's. Thanks for being so kind to reply, Pan. I appreciate it.
I totally get where you're coming from. Not an easy situation to go through, so it's nice to see you kept moving forward and focused on rebuilding your life. I wish you all the best. Hard work pays off. The good guys win in the end. ;)
That's your opinion. Again, I beg to differ. But you don't see me arguing and trying to convince people of things... If you believe it does nothing, than good for you. You saved a bunch of money. But just so we're clear on your background as an audiophile, what equipment and setup do you have?
To play that kind of "music" on that system is simply blastevious (sic lol). Hunt down a mint or better yet sealed vinyl Ludwig copy if it exists of Led Zep 2 or an original Decca Stones Let It Bleed or for super bass response Second Winter (1969) or Yer Album by the James Gang (also 69) for great examples of great sounding rock music, yeah 69 was a wonderful year and pure analogue vinyl. I have old vintage Sansui AU 9500 amp as well as Marantz 4400 receiver, Pioneer HPM 100 speakers which suffice for me, Wonderful system you have and just a tip, you can save some money on heat by shutting down the furnace this winter, no need for it anymore (lol).
My channel is too big to risk getting a copyright strike by playing popular music. This was just a copyright free track for fun. As I said in the video, you can’t judge a system’s performance by playing a compressed UA-cam video through your mobile device or computer anyways. I hope you can appreciate that.
I could tell the sound was sublime, just wondering how good proper music would sound, I don't even know where I could find McIntosh products anymore, there was a place in nearby Burlington Ontario but think it closed down. Younger people today don't care about hi fi or good sound quality or gear or good music, really sad.@@PanTheOrganizer
I think the HiFi is coming back to life again, at least with people in my community and circle of family and friends. When a person hears a well recorded album on a system of this magnitude, it gets them excited about music again, and they want to buy their own system according to their budget. Anyone who truly enjoys music doesn't know what they're missing if they're only listening compressed MP3 through a cheap bluetooth speaker...
Wow!! Awesome upgrade! You chose your components very well! It’s easy to imagine how Sweet this system must sound! When it comes to subwoofers, you can never go wrong with REL!
Nice looking. I am 100% with you regarding the 801D4. However, all the rest could be replaced with a NAD C658 (which would provide Dirac room correction) and two Benchmark AHB2 amps in mono. I have 801D2 + Halcro DM88 + NAD C658, and the Dirac room correction is extremely impressive.
Hi Pan, love the video and love your attitude toward HiFi! So refreshing to watch your enthusiasm for your setup and repeatedly telling your viewers “this is what I like” and not trying to convince anyone this is the best system for everyone! I am sure you have many hours of enjoyment ahead of you! Congratulations on a beautiful system! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks John! I appreciate the positive feedback. I agree with you 100%. In the HiFi world too often people try to convince others of things like “cables are snake oil” or “vinyl is the best, digital is crap” or “don’t get that brand it’s garbage” etc They should just let people pick what works for them and let them enjoy their music the way they want to, which should be the main focus here: enjoying our passion for music. You could have 100 people in the same room and not two people would have the same exact setup. People have different tastes and budgets. There is no “one system bests them all” type answer. Buy what makes you happy and what makes you tap your feet. :) What setup do you currently have?
Thank you kindly! I appreciate it Ted. I have a passion for music, so the system is a vehicle for me to be able to indulge in my passion. Do you have a HiFi setup yourself? What gear do you own?
This is probably up there with some of the best systems in the world's personally I have never heard the imaging and staging coming from such a high end system, but could only presume it would be sublime.
I've heard the 801s in a store. The 801's with a lot of power behind them are incredibly precise in the bass. Incredible punch. Most systems are very mushy in the low frequencies. However you must have immense current availability because when the piston needs to move quickly the electromagnetic force needed means you have to deliver huge currents briefly, so although you only need a few watts to run them normally, you gotta have that giant reserve of power.
Most systems are "very mushy in the low frequencies" not because of the speakers whatsoever, but because of room acoustics. Even basic room correction will take away narrow peakes in bass response from room modes, and after that's done you'll hear bass is not "mushy" at all anymore. After learning how to do room correction, I have not once heard bass in an uncorrected stereo system that even comes close to mine, even in systems literally 20 times the price of mine. Because most of these megabuck systems are owned by purists who never quite understand sound and audio
I was fortunate enough to hear the 801's in San Rafael CA at a fancy home theater store that is probably long gone. Those 16 inch woofers, when powered by 1000 Watts with no fancy electronics are super tight, like being in a room next to the kick drum. The founder of Sony Akio Morita had special 3ft wide speakers put in his ceiling so that he could have the most faithful bass experience. The physics of air require either a very large piston, or a big electrostatic membrane kind to push a large area of air swiftly. Most subwoofers and bass reflex systems are incredibly mushy, as they trade accuracy for volume (that is way late time-wise).@@andrewleigh3
@@andrewleigh3 yes, I listened on my IPad through ear buds. The sound of the system, through my IPad, just didn’t sound that good at all and I couldn’t justify the price this system would cost based on this. Lol.
I have the "One" album with all their hits. I can't say it's an audiophile grade recording (like an SACD from Pink Floyd for example), but it's fun to listen to! :)
Have you ever had the opportunity to hear the Despacio system? Best I've ever heard in person. And the most Mackintosh blue glow I've ever seen in one place. I used to build custom systems for raves, even made a copy of the legendary "Levan Horn" once. I don't have anywhere near your budget but have some really lovely vintage stuff. 100lb Wharfedales from the 60s, linear phase arrays from the 70s, and a quad biradial setup from the 80s complete with a DBX vinyl decoder unit. Everything is driven either by external studio grade DACs, lossless digital, or pure analog. And I've never bought a single component, just always given a loving home to stuff that's crossed my path. The quest for the ultimate hi-fi is a beautiful thing because we can have fun at any price range, including free ♥️ Enjoy ♥️
A DAC for the left channel, A DAC for the right channel.... What?! I swear manufacturers try and figure out ways to charge more without any noticeable additional benefit.
You've chosen very wisely sir. Im a big fan of B&W speakers and almost have a museum of different models! Keep those midrange drivers dry and be ultra careful of the fragile diamond tweeters. Any plans to get a turntable? SME model 60 ❤
Oh my god. This system not only looks fantastic but sounds much better than most ive had the pleasure of listening too. I looked at a mcintosh set up around 6 months ago. Clearly in the uk this system would set you back around 150k. I envy you sir. The b&w 801d currently are 32k each in the uk. I cant express how insane this system is. You surely must have done alot of homework to see how well they all float together. Thank you for showing this extreme set up. Pitch perfect 😊
Thanks for the kind words! Yes it’s truly amazing to listen to, and allows me to enjoy my music like never before. And yes you are 100% right. There was a lot of time and research to get to this point, and also testing different setups and configurations before making my final decision. Do you have a HiFi setup? If yes, what gear do you have?
@@PanTheOrganizer after looking into listening to my music in the best way I could and being a fond dj enthusiast I went the opposite way and decided on Devon dj6000. I know its not a good way to go but my dj gear with the mixer and monitor speakers means I can sit and try and mix the un mixable. In the good old days many moons ago I had the numark cdj 1000, ppd mixer, kaos pad 2 and a kork electribe with valves in a window. The set up I have now is no where as good as what I'd like and if money was no issue my dream set up is very similar to what you have. Mcintosh are the bees knees. I'm currently out shopping my friend but once home will see what gear I have set up and let you know. To me your the god of audio! Thank you for letting me see the perfect pitch!
Build my own speakers from scratch in the 80's and still happy with them. One friend made an immediate 4-figure offer to buy them and others are positively jealous and love to visit and listen. If i ever create another pair they will be a 2.0 version, but maybe this was such a lucky shot in the dark i may not improve the 1982 efford... 😊
After 40 years on this never ending upgrade bug, got rid of all my high end gear. Built myself a classic 2 way with a 8" paper cone woofer and 1" fabric dome in a classic 2 cu ft thin wall bbc type enclosure. Also built an amplifier off a vintage schematic employing some metal transistors. Finally listening to music instead of my gear😂
I love that one of the first things he explained is how subjective sound is. I learned that the expensive way with my dive into the headphone rabbit hole. If you like something and it fits what you’re looking for it doesn’t matter how much it costs, how it’s reviewed or who makes it.
Merci PAN. Loved the video and the passion that you have about the system and relaying that to us. I have watched a few of your videos and while watching this one, I went and subscribed, hopefully now you can go and buy those Sigma cables. It must be surreal to actually hear those BW speakers in person. I live in Montreal if you ever have an open house :)
Thanks! Since the video I did upgrade the Alpha series speaker and power cables, which are already high end cables, to their even higher end Sigma series. I also added the new flagship Kaleidescape Strato C 4K movie player and Terra Prime SSD movie server to my home theater setup. Uncompressed movies best video and sound quality. Makes my ultra high end Oppo 4K blu-ray player seem obsolete haha!
Hey Pan, are you concerned with summation and cancellation from the two subwoofers? Having two you'd only have a natural frequency response if you are exactly equidistant from both.
Absolutely no worries. The system plays so good. I also have dual subs in my home theater. When properly setup, having dual subs is much better than a single one. You should read up on it. See this article: www.svsound.com/blogs/subwoofer-setup-and-tuning/75040195-why-go-dual?_gl=1*1ryda5i*_ga*YW1wLVppWXVnTktWMmxTMzB1RnIzU21LUVE.#
Nice setup. I've got a few of those pieces. I haven't splurged for the MCD12000 or C12000 preamp yet, I do like the little handles though, ha. :D What are the lights on the floor you're using to light up the speakers?
It’s bulletproof. Zero issues with any of the components so far. But I also have a very high end, overkill enterprise level network at home with UniFi Dream Machine, UniFi Enterprise Pro 2.5G swtich 48 ports, three UniFi U6 Enterprise WiFi 6E access points, etc.
It would be unfair to compare them, as the Revel flagship Performa Be series are many times the price of the Golden Ear or Sonus Faber... If you have a big budget, then the Revel are in another league for sure. The Revel are well into the five figures. Bang for buck though, the Golden Ear speakers are pretty awesome. I had the Triton Two+ series, which is on the higher end, but you can get less expensive series in their lineup and they'd still likely do better than your Klipsch. What series of Klipsch speakers do you own?
@@PanTheOrganizer klipch rf 7s but wanted to upgrade. Saw u had sonus faber and golden ear prior and wanted ur input. I use mine for home theater and 2 channel but don't plan to spend too much. Thx saw ur new set up wow nice.
Did you try to put both subs next to each other where the rack is? You will have better coverage with one center position instead of left right so that other listeners positions will have similar experience on low end as you have in the sweet spot.
I let the installers do their things and position the setup and calibrate it. They know their stuff. They did the best with the space they had (as I also have a high end custom home theater setup right next to it). The room was planned for the Home Theater, so the HiFi is a little bonus hehe.
Unbelievable system. Beautifully executed and researched. I’m a McIntosh MA5300 guy with Sonus Faber Olympics Nova 1s and while fairly good, it’s nothing like the system you’ve built.
Thanks! I don't discuss prices on UA-cam though as there are too many jealous people on social media. One can imagine that a system of this magnitude doesn't come cheap though. Do you have a HiFi setup yourself? What gear do you own?
I absolutely love Focal speakers, so yes I considered some Focal Sopra No 3, and Focal Maestro Utopia EVO speakers. But ultimately, I wanted a completely different sound signature, as I often do when buying a new system. I also considered some Wilson Audio Sasha V and Alexia V speakers, and some speakers in the Magico lineup. The Wilson Audio Alexia V would have been my choice had I not listened to the B&W.
Crazy high-end setup! No expense spared. I was just watching a video on the showcase of the 801D4 Signature with the Michi monoblocs. This setup is way heavier on electronics than even Bowers and Wilkins used to showcase their speakers 😀. Do these speakers need a sub and can a sub match the quality of bass of the Aerofoil bass woofers? Never seen so many different ways of amplification and especially at the pre-amp and controller level. Just out of curiosity, did you use room correction at all?
Thanks! No room correction here, just trial and error for proper positioning of speakers, and a lot spent on an acoustician to get room measurements and report provided to a team that took care of room treatment.
I have heard the 801 D4s before but not on this specific setup, I can imagine they are the closest to the Nautilus as you can get. I would love to just go through some tracks and hear this in person. Looks beautiful and I'm sure the warmth coming out of that system is something that can only be appreciated sitting in that room. Pan kudos to you and so great that you have the opportunity to put a system like that together. Keep us in the loop if you add or change something as I love your content although I'm sure you probably won't change anything. 😊
I don't touch them so they never have swirls. But if you do have swirls, any light polish will do. Something like Sonax Perfect Finish. You could even hand polish using a microfiber towel and the polish.
@@PanTheOrganizer Guess I don't understand the way this works. I thought you used the auralic to stream from. Did not understand how you got the streaming audio to your speakers.
I don't overthink the moment when it comes to Hip-Hop on a high end system, as hip hop tracks aren't what audiophiles consider good recordings anyways. But some of the good ones include Jay-Z and Dr Dre.
Awesome system Pan! Great to see that you’re enjoying high-end audio and sharing with everyone on your channel. It makes sense that if you care about the details, upping your game to make your car look and your music sound better will bring joy to your life. Love your channel!
I still have my 30 years old Technics SU-V470 and sound great... Also my Technics Sl-1200 turntable from 1979 still works good and sounds fantastic.. It's not a problem to put together a system when you have an unlimited budget... Building a system that sounds good and for little money is an art....
I know where you come from. When I started with my first HiFi system (I'm now at my eighth setup), I had a much more limited budget and so I had to get the most value for my money. I was worried more about the most important components: speakers and amp. Less worried about extras like DACs, power cables, speaker cables, power conditioners, etc. So I have seen quite the progression in levels in my adult life so far, and I really work hard to indulge fully in my passions, so it's nice that I get to enjoy this level of setup. But even this, as crazy as it is, doesn't hold a candle next to my friend's 2M setup which I covered in this video: ua-cam.com/users/shortsydRetDfgICg?si=DpHJtTkLecc-dxFU
Hi Pan Great system, I am thinking about getting one carbon special and adding another next year, Can you tell me where you got those floor lights highlighting your speakers?
I bought a $300 Yamaha receiver from Best Buy last week. It sounds great.
It would, I have some Yamaha from the 80s, still great.
So long as it sounds good to you, that's all that matters.
@@chuckmaddison2924 I’ve got a 1979 Yamaha Cr440 still kicking
Man, me too. Speakers are the main equipment in audio system. Not amplifier and dac. Off course if you are not an audiophile)
Clueless on the incredible sound high end amps and speakers actually create! Those Bowers and Wilkins 801's are $50K each! Let me guess you spent $100 on speakers and they sound great too? LMFAO
I've to say you maybe are one of the very few who has made a statement that is so true, the system sounds good and is great if you like it and no two tastes are alike. I have purchased systems beginning in 1974 and I have to say what you've said is so true and if someone tries to tell you differently don't let them. Audio equipment should be what you like and nothing else no matter what anyone else says!
Well said. 👍🏻
Nah, I'm sorry that's a load of bullshit that's perpetuated by these companies to keep selling you overpriced shit. Clean power should not cost tens if not hundreds of thousands of dollars
Well done sir! I’m a professional audio engineer, have published music for over 23 years and I master and work with musicians to shine on these types of systems. I’ve be running B&W Nautilus for over 20 years. My 805s are still in my A/B mastering chain. You did it right my friend. I’d love to see a nice turntable in your setup.
Thanks!
@@stereothrilla8374 I Heard B&W 805's at a lengthy session and was VERY impressed.
I have only Seen one Nautilus Speaker System at a great used Audio Store; unfortunately the Owner didn't have 4 Spare Amplifiers, LOL.
Could not agree more.
I tried, Vinyl is a dirt word to some, their loss.
Man’s livin the dream for all of us who can’t
Cool setup.
Let me get this straight...so the electrical and acoustic engineers who designed and built the equipment, costing tens of thousands of dollars, deliberately supplied the equipment with power cables that screw up the equipment's performance?
Can you please explain what "junk" is removed from an AC mains line? The power cables supplied with the equipment pass rigorous testing to ensure safety, did your aftermarket cables get the same rating?
Do your research. Any stock power cable supplied with components is cheap garbage. The components are well engineered. The issue isn’t there. It’s in the poor overseas sourced 5$ cables that they supply.
not exactly but some companies do it better than what is supplied and he says he notices the difference easily so if you have no budget....why not
0.5m of magic cable makes all the difference :)
@@PanTheOrganizer I did the research. Result - A fool and his money are easily parted
@@PanTheOrganizer I suppose you rewired the cheap garbage in the walls of your house too :D The speakers do 99% of the lifting here. You could hook a decent 200W integrated amp with coat hangers and you wouldn't hear a difference in an ABX test.
My goodness this does look incredible. This is the epitome of what hard work can build. Few of us will never even experience the sound, let alone have this for our own. Congratulations Pan.
Thanks John!
Honestly, just find a Funktion-One, Danley, or HSD sound system closest to you.. The experience will be far superior and you'll pay wayyyy less lol
You can get a decent sound on a cheaper setup. If you can afford this setup go for it. Otherwise there are really good stereoamps, cd players and speakers for less money that will give you a really good sound quality. My setup is as follows: ML classic ESL 9 electrostatic speakers, accuphase dp 450 cd player and BMC C1 integrated stereoamp
I second the guy below me, just find an electronic music event with a Funktion-One, Void, or L-Acoustics sound system to experience ultimate sonic bliss.
Absolutely looks like I’d have to sell my car for that cable alone😊
Wow, so impressive. When you get into something you don’t mess around, do you? This is very apparent with the detailing tools and products you use, to your garage setup, to your choice of car, and now your choice of stereo. Kudos to you. What you hear on your stereo is probably what one hears sitting in the recording studio with the band and musicians sorting across from them. Really cool! More power to you and wishing you continuing success so you could enjoy the best things money can buy. 👍
Thank you very much! Hard work pays off.
From detailing Porsche to listening to a full McIntosh rack, you are amazing Pan! Thank you for sharing all your passions with us!
Glad you enjoyed it! Do you also have a HiFi setup ?
@@PanTheOrganizer Yes Pan I do! My system consists of the following: I switch between the SONY DA5500ES Receiver & my Pioneer vintage 1050 Receiver, Vandersteen 2Ce Signature III Speakers, the Thorens TD 295 MKIII Turntable, the Sony - UBP-X800M2 Blu-Ray/SACD Player and the Pioneer Elite PDR-W739 CD-R Recorder all connected with Monster cables.
Sweet!! Who are your favourite artists to listen to?
@@PanTheOrganizer Right now Pan, I'm listening to various live shows of Genesis from 1977 - 1981, Hammock, Ulver, Hidden Empire, Buckethead and Jean-Luc Ponty.
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Don't try this at home.
WARNING!
Have no fear; that is impossible.
@@ethorii Okay...now I drink my coffee.
Aunty police bulalegi😅
Dont worry. I couldn't afford to try this at home. 😂
Excellent choices Pan! But where is the turntable??? You gotta play some vinyl with that system!!!
No vinyl for me. I respect those who like it, but I prefer master recordings in SACD/DSD or high res streams from Qobuz and Tidal.
@@PanTheOrganizerexpected reply lmaooo
Thanks for sharing Pan. I walked into an audio store with some high end equipment and got to listen to one of my favorite artist play a bass and I could hear finger slides on the strings that I never heard before. True audiophiles appreciate what you shared.
I agree. Some people think high quality audio gear is a waste of money. I think that is complete nonsense. Usually it's those who can't afford systems that say that, because if they actually are honest and get to listen to their favourite recordings on a proper system, it's impossible not to get moved by the music and hear things you wouldn't on a normal setup or your phone. I usually tell people to "be and let be". Be happy for others and if owning a system isn't for you, then that's ok too. :)
I have been a music lover for decades, and getting to enjoy my favourite music on a quality setup is really soothing to me.
@@PanTheOrganizer Pan, checkout the song Pearls by Sade. I can’t imagine how awesome it would sound on your system. The strings at the beginning are soul stirring and the purity of her voice is amazing. Enjoy!
I purchased a Caver amp & preamp with Klipsch forte floor speakers back in 89. The caver system was radically different from the rest. Lots of power and the speakers were very efficient. You could hear a page being turned on a classical piece and fingers sliding on guitar strings. The preamp went south in 2010 and I switched to a surround sound theater receiver.
I am totally blown away by the sound of the system playing through my iPad speakers
One of the happiest man alive😎😎 He looks so happy around his equipment...
I really am! hehe. It's a wonderful setup to allow me to indulge in my passion for music.
@@PanTheOrganizer🤢
what a beautiful system you have there Pan, have you ever listen to PMC speakers?
Thanks! I never heard of that brand unfortunately.
@@PanTheOrganizer probably good that you haven’t lol best speakers I’ve ever heard and used in all recording studios all over the world check them out
That's an amazing system. I've been in this hobby for over 40 yrs. When people ask me why I have so much power for my speakers, I say so they aren't driven into distortion. And when I demo and turn it up fairly loud, I get the, wow that's sounds amazing and it doesn't hurt my ears. Yeah, there isn't distortion fatiguing your ears. I have a clean 2.5K of power and two more 800 watt amps waiting to be integrating. It's a great hobby to be in.
Thanks Michael. Exactly. Headroom is important. And that extra power allows to hear all the details even at low volume.
I couldn’t think of a nicer guy to have all of this beautiful audio equipment. Congratulations Pan, enjoy mate, I know you’ve worked so hard for it. 👍🏻
Thank you kindly!
How do you know how hard he worked for it? The richest people in the world do not work at all, and tbh those hands look soft lol.
@@serithin4703 The rich work smart, not what most people would call "hard".
@@dandiehm8414 The rich don't (work) at all
Wow. I have always dreamed of having McIntosh equipment. I used to work at an electronics store where i got my Rotel and Paradigm system. Nothing even close to that though. I bet your system sounds absolutely amazing in person. Amazing!
Thanks! Yeah people who come over and listen to it usually qualify it as “breathtaking”. It’s like a private concert with the artist in front of you.
Pan’s buying decision in reality: “finger prints challenge accepted.” 😂👏
Haha!!
Mac stuff is pretty easy to keep clean. Quick wipe periodically with a good microfiber is usually all that is needed. Vertical heat sinks on the amps are kind of crud catchers though. Compressed air works there.
Congratulations on putting together this sublime audio system. You did a huge service mentioning that people should go with what sounds best to them. I was lucky enough to do A/B testing with power cables about a month after I'd lived with my system and the differences from the factory-supplied cable were jaw-dropping. Highly recommended upgrade.
Thanks!
what i want to know is if you can hook your computer up to the system in the video. digital optical port probably be some decent sound.
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@@XXPYR0XX I'm sure he can. That DAC had 11 inputs, he said. And the Digital Streamer also is hooked up over ethernet, so probably the computer audio can be played over the network.
That is an incredible system you've put together, nicely done and thank you for sharing. Enjoy your gear!!
Thanks for watching
Wow I had no idea you were into audio. I’ve been watching your car reviews since last year but have been into audio since forever. You would definitely qualify as an audiophile.
Glad to know we share similar interests! :)
Hehe thanks! Yeah I have shared many of my passions on my channel in past videos through the seven years since I started on UA-cam. I have a passion for music, HiFi setups, movies, home theaters, computers, sneaker collections, luxury watch collections, and cars. All the guy "sicknesses" as I call them haha.
This is probably my 7th or 8th HiFi setup at this point in my life. Every time I promise myself this is my "end game" setup, it never is. There's always something new, or when you save up more for your budget, you can access an entirely new bracket of components. I love listening to music, so having a high fidelity setup allowing me to indulge in that passion is so much fun.
What HiFi setup do yo own?
Same here! I used to work in a higher end audio store!
@@PanTheOrganizer I used to own a pair of Devialet Phantom Reactor 900’s for my music, but then swapped them our for a pair of Gold Phantoms. You could argue that they don’t deliver the performance for price, and I myself would not consider them to be audiophile grade, but man I have never since heard such low end performance from such small cabinets.
I then swapped them out for a pair of LS60 wireless floorstanding last year and have had these since. I usually stick to all in one active units as I don’t have the luxury to experiment with external amps or dacs, however I have many a headphones and use balanced Drop+Grace dac with balanced thx AAA 789 amp to power them.
Music is certainly a passion and people become very confused as to how we can “waste” money on audio equipment. But you can’t put a price on passions, because it’s what we live for.
Keep it up Pan. You inspire us all!
Yeah I know Devialet products quite well, I myself have a limited edition sage green version of the new Phantom II, and for its size (it's in my living room), people are always blown away by the power and sound quality that comes out of there, and super low distortion even at crazy loud volumes. It's a great party trick haha.
I also had some LS50 wireless speakers (which I reviewed in this video: ua-cam.com/video/sjdP8XYiDSY/v-deo.html) and those two were great. UniQ technology baby!
And I fully agree with you, nobody should argue when it comes to passions. Let people enjoy what they worked hard to achieve and purchase. I think usually, those who say it's a waste of money simply don't have the money to afford high quality setups, so they have to belittle others to make themselves feel better about not owning a great setup. I can assure you that if they won the lottery or had a higher paying job, they would jump on the chance to own a great sound system!! ;)
😂Really what gave it away ..the 100k + system.🤔😁
Pan!! You are my "inspiration" 😊😊
Who is like you?
You amaze everyone from car detailing to being an audiophile 👍👍
Congrats and keep up the awesome content!
Thank you so much 😀 I’m always glad to hear I can help to inspire my viewers. Hard work can make you accomplish your dreams! And I wish the best to all my viewers.
Holy crap man Ive been watching your detailing videos for years and didn't know you were a HiFi guy!! Amazing setup!!!!
Thanks man! I’m also a crazy home theater nut! See my latest setup here: ua-cam.com/video/V7RTe_Jqx8E/v-deo.htmlsi=GnGIY3o9jxjIuyNl
What HiFi gear do you have?
I am a professional audio engineer of over 20 yrs. Even through my reference monitors in the studio I can hear the quality of this setup. One thing that stand out to me is the separation and clarity. Again I know my system is not replicating the experience of sitting in that chair. However, I can hear every detail of the reverb on vocals, crisp snaps of the high hats and snare, etc. This is truly a masterpiece. Also your wife is an absolute champ!!! I wish I had such a supportive companion. Your a blessed man my friend 😊
Thanks Hensley! Yeah my wife supports me in all my passions and endeavours, just as much as I support her in here. They way it should be right? :)
Glad you were able understand the quality of the setup despite the song choice. My channel is too big to risk getting a copyright strike by playing popular music. This was just a copyright free track for fun.
As I said in the video, you can’t judge a system’s performance by playing a compressed UA-cam video through your mobile device or computer anyways. I hope you can appreciate that.
My usual go-to music on my setup are master recordings from Miles Davis, Aretha Franklin, Norah Jones, Pink Floyd, Fleetwood Mac, etc
Merry Christmas to you!
@ Yes I can only imagine the experience of listening to those listed artists through that system. Precision, emotional, immersive are some words I could think to describe it. I’m happy for you friend, I feel your a bit more enlightened from this experience . Merry Christmas!!
Amazing set up well done
Thanks!
That's so cool to be able to switch from tubes to solid state. I think I'd prefer the tubes to be a bit more highlighted like a regular tube amp. McIntosh is the top of the line. Can't go wrong there.
Thanks! And yeah in my case we used all tubes as that’s what sounded best to me.
Your thought process of course is second to none, this system is insane and I hope you enjoy!
Just from the demo at the end, I like this system a lot. The sound is crisp, I like listening to each component of the beat and this makes it easy. I can't imagine it in person! You've outdone yourself sir!
Thanks!! And that sound clip was just a copyright free song (to make sure I don't get a copyright strike) so it's not even something well recorded or "audiophile grade" by any means. Putting a proper SACD or HiRes stream from a master audio file on there is simply audio bliss!
I listened to the demo on a very nice stereo and it didn't sound good. It totally loses it in the translation. But you have an ultimate dream set up that I would love to listen to and aspire to. I bet it sounds epic in the room. Well done!
You could charge admission to come and listen to this. Bravo!
Thanks!
The lights facing the speaker is a clever idea. What fitting is it. Is it battery operated
Now that is an amazing hifi system. Love the amps and b&w speakers. incredible!
Thanks!
I am in love with each piece of your equipment. I wish you many, many years of enjoyment.
Thank you very much!
The McIntosh gear is gorgeous. Even if you didn't power up the system is amazing to look at. Excellent choice in rack too!
Thanks James!
Thank you for emphasising how subjective listening to music is and the difference isn't always about (the most expensive) equipment. If whatever you use enhances your personal listening enjoyment then that's what's right for you. The fun comes from experimenting.
Correct.
..I only can add... enjoy this precious beautiful sound creation. It's awesome, congratulations....👍
Thanks!
WOW! What a HUGE upgrade, Pan. I have heard such a setup here in the States, and it is excellent. One suggestion: pull the B&Ws out into the room, about 3 feet from the front wall. Your soundstage will get deep and holographic as well as wide. Enjoy!
Yeah I don’t have the place for putting them that far out unfortunately. The space was initially designed for my custom home theater, so that’s where all the thought process went.
I never thought I’d splurge on a stereo setup of this magnitude as well haha. I have issues. 😂
@@PanTheOrganizer I can totally relate. My tastes in cars, audio, and details are just like yours. Now, I just need to figure out how to build a side hustle like yours so I can finance my champagne tastes...
Hehe in my case though, it has nothing to do with a side hustle. It's a high paying job, my investments in the financial markets, and decades of hard work and making smart moves and investments that got me to this point in life. Nothing comes easily. I'm a strong believer of hard work and having goals to surpass. It pushes me to always reach for new heights.
@@PanTheOrganizer Yeah, I was on that path too, then got blindsided by divorce about 8 years ago, which sliced everything I had built in half. It's taken me this long to get clear of child support and start to get my feet back under me. So for me, it will take a side hustle in addition with my decent-paying job (in commercial AV technology) to get to your level, where I want to be. I was actually a financial advisor for 11 years back in the the 2000's. Thanks for being so kind to reply, Pan. I appreciate it.
I totally get where you're coming from. Not an easy situation to go through, so it's nice to see you kept moving forward and focused on rebuilding your life. I wish you all the best. Hard work pays off. The good guys win in the end. ;)
You dont need a "power controller" , systems already remove "noise" from your electricity supply if there is any.
That's your opinion. Again, I beg to differ. But you don't see me arguing and trying to convince people of things... If you believe it does nothing, than good for you. You saved a bunch of money.
But just so we're clear on your background as an audiophile, what equipment and setup do you have?
@@PanTheOrganizer Crickets in the night.........................................
don't even bother
Absolutely crazy setup. Just insane! I currently have a Sonos 5.1, but I’ve been paying close attention the the Nakamichi Dragon
Thanks!
❤❤❤❤ that is so beautiful. Awesome set up. I've never seen anything like that. Just absolutely beautiful. Nice touch.
Thanks Graham! What setup do you have?
@@PanTheOrganizer I have a b&o 5500 from 1987
To play that kind of "music" on that system is simply blastevious (sic lol). Hunt down a mint or better yet sealed vinyl Ludwig copy if it exists of Led Zep 2 or an original Decca Stones Let It Bleed or for super bass response Second Winter (1969) or Yer Album by the James Gang (also 69) for great examples of great sounding rock music, yeah 69 was a wonderful year and pure analogue vinyl. I have old vintage Sansui AU 9500 amp as well as Marantz 4400 receiver, Pioneer HPM 100 speakers which suffice for me, Wonderful system you have and just a tip, you can save some money on heat by shutting down the furnace this winter, no need for it anymore (lol).
My channel is too big to risk getting a copyright strike by playing popular music. This was just a copyright free track for fun.
As I said in the video, you can’t judge a system’s performance by playing a compressed UA-cam video through your mobile device or computer anyways. I hope you can appreciate that.
I could tell the sound was sublime, just wondering how good proper music would sound, I don't even know where I could find McIntosh products anymore, there was a place in nearby Burlington Ontario but think it closed down. Younger people today don't care about hi fi or good sound quality or gear or good music, really sad.@@PanTheOrganizer
I think the HiFi is coming back to life again, at least with people in my community and circle of family and friends. When a person hears a well recorded album on a system of this magnitude, it gets them excited about music again, and they want to buy their own system according to their budget.
Anyone who truly enjoys music doesn't know what they're missing if they're only listening compressed MP3 through a cheap bluetooth speaker...
Wow!! Awesome upgrade! You chose your components very well! It’s easy to imagine how Sweet this system must sound! When it comes to subwoofers, you can never go wrong with REL!
Thank you very much!
Nice looking. I am 100% with you regarding the 801D4. However, all the rest could be replaced with a NAD C658 (which would provide Dirac room correction) and two Benchmark AHB2 amps in mono. I have 801D2 + Halcro DM88 + NAD C658, and the Dirac room correction is extremely impressive.
I agree, using B&W 802D3’s + Vintage Denon POA-4400 mono blocks + NAD C658. Works for me.
Hi Pan, love the video and love your attitude toward HiFi! So refreshing to watch your enthusiasm for your setup and repeatedly telling your viewers “this is what I like” and not trying to convince anyone this is the best system for everyone! I am sure you have many hours of enjoyment ahead of you! Congratulations on a beautiful system! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks John! I appreciate the positive feedback.
I agree with you 100%. In the HiFi world too often people try to convince others of things like “cables are snake oil” or “vinyl is the best, digital is crap” or “don’t get that brand it’s garbage” etc
They should just let people pick what works for them and let them enjoy their music the way they want to, which should be the main focus here: enjoying our passion for music.
You could have 100 people in the same room and not two people would have the same exact setup. People have different tastes and budgets. There is no “one system bests them all” type answer. Buy what makes you happy and what makes you tap your feet. :)
What setup do you currently have?
Pan, you obviously appreciate equipment which looks as good as it sounds. You have an amazing system. Well done!
Thank you kindly! I appreciate it Ted. I have a passion for music, so the system is a vehicle for me to be able to indulge in my passion.
Do you have a HiFi setup yourself? What gear do you own?
If you had to add a turntable for vinyl what would you recommend?
This is probably up there with some of the best systems in the world's personally I have never heard the imaging and staging coming from such a high end system, but could only presume it would be sublime.
Thanks! Yes it’s truly breathtaking as all the people who have listened to it say. It blows my mind.
I love listening to music on it.
I've heard the 801s in a store. The 801's with a lot of power behind them are incredibly precise in the bass. Incredible punch.
Most systems are very mushy in the low frequencies. However you must have immense current availability because when the piston needs to move quickly the electromagnetic force needed means you have to deliver huge currents briefly, so although you only need a few watts to run them normally, you gotta have that giant reserve of power.
Most systems are "very mushy in the low frequencies" not because of the speakers whatsoever, but because of room acoustics.
Even basic room correction will take away narrow peakes in bass response from room modes, and after that's done you'll hear bass is not "mushy" at all anymore.
After learning how to do room correction, I have not once heard bass in an uncorrected stereo system that even comes close to mine, even in systems literally 20 times the price of mine.
Because most of these megabuck systems are owned by purists who never quite understand sound and audio
And you heard this all through your PC speakers?
I was fortunate enough to hear the 801's in San Rafael CA at a fancy home theater store that is probably long gone. Those 16 inch woofers, when powered by 1000 Watts with no fancy electronics are super tight, like being in a room next to the kick drum. The founder of Sony Akio Morita had special 3ft wide speakers put in his ceiling so that he could have the most faithful bass experience. The physics of air require either a very large piston, or a big electrostatic membrane kind to push a large area of air swiftly. Most subwoofers and bass reflex systems are incredibly mushy, as they trade accuracy for volume (that is way late time-wise).@@andrewleigh3
@@andrewleigh3 yes, I listened on my IPad through ear buds. The sound of the system, through my IPad, just didn’t sound that good at all and I couldn’t justify the price this system would cost based on this. Lol.
They can't be that good in the bass, apparently they need 2 huge subwoofers to go with them ...
First thing I'd play: The Beatles.
I have the "One" album with all their hits. I can't say it's an audiophile grade recording (like an SACD from Pink Floyd for example), but it's fun to listen to! :)
Pure dedication and passion to build the best audiophile home system possible. Wonderful.
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Have you ever had the opportunity to hear the Despacio system? Best I've ever heard in person. And the most Mackintosh blue glow I've ever seen in one place.
I used to build custom systems for raves, even made a copy of the legendary "Levan Horn" once.
I don't have anywhere near your budget but have some really lovely vintage stuff. 100lb Wharfedales from the 60s, linear phase arrays from the 70s, and a quad biradial setup from the 80s complete with a DBX vinyl decoder unit.
Everything is driven either by external studio grade DACs, lossless digital, or pure analog. And I've never bought a single component, just always given a loving home to stuff that's crossed my path. The quest for the ultimate hi-fi is a beautiful thing because we can have fun at any price range, including free ♥️
Enjoy ♥️
What a way to accumulate redundant devices, set your money on fire and never look back
So you dont have a hobby or passion? Bummer for you.
A DAC for the left channel, A DAC for the right channel.... What?! I swear manufacturers try and figure out ways to charge more without any noticeable additional benefit.
this dude has too much money...
You've chosen very wisely sir. Im a big fan of B&W speakers and almost have a museum of different models! Keep those midrange drivers dry and be ultra careful of the fragile diamond tweeters. Any plans to get a turntable? SME model 60 ❤
Thanks, will do! No turntable in short term plans, I’m not a vinyl guy, but maybe one day for fun! 😁👍🏻
Holy smokes man you have great taste!
B&W, REL, McIntosh! You aren't playing around ❤
I appreciate that! Thanks
Nice system. What are your crossover settings for your subwoofers?
Oh my god. This system not only looks fantastic but sounds much better than most ive had the pleasure of listening too. I looked at a mcintosh set up around 6 months ago. Clearly in the uk this system would set you back around 150k. I envy you sir. The b&w 801d currently are 32k each in the uk. I cant express how insane this system is. You surely must have done alot of homework to see how well they all float together. Thank you for showing this extreme set up. Pitch perfect 😊
Thanks for the kind words! Yes it’s truly amazing to listen to, and allows me to enjoy my music like never before.
And yes you are 100% right. There was a lot of time and research to get to this point, and also testing different setups and configurations before making my final decision.
Do you have a HiFi setup? If yes, what gear do you have?
@@PanTheOrganizer after looking into listening to my music in the best way I could and being a fond dj enthusiast I went the opposite way and decided on Devon dj6000. I know its not a good way to go but my dj gear with the mixer and monitor speakers means I can sit and try and mix the un mixable. In the good old days many moons ago I had the numark cdj 1000, ppd mixer, kaos pad 2 and a kork electribe with valves in a window. The set up I have now is no where as good as what I'd like and if money was no issue my dream set up is very similar to what you have. Mcintosh are the bees knees. I'm currently out shopping my friend but once home will see what gear I have set up and let you know. To me your the god of audio! Thank you for letting me see the perfect pitch!
I thought in uk, if they are not Naim or Linn, they are crap….
I believe those monoblock amps are 50k, each. Sweet setup. No vinyl though?
What for a Sick System and Boyz Room😮😂🎉!!! Congratz my Audiophyle Friend!!! Just great!!! Tnx for Sharing!!!
Thanks man! Appreciate the love for the setup!
Holy moly- as you said ; pure craziness! Jealous 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Thanks!
Holy smokes Pan, absolutely amazing. Your passion is truly infectious and inspiring. ✌️With respect I always imagined you being a vinyl man 😂👍🏼
Thanks Carlos! 👍🏻
Congratulations Pan! That's a beautiful system!!! Thank you for the tour! You are an inspiration.
Thanks man!
Build my own speakers from scratch in the 80's and still happy with them. One friend made an immediate 4-figure offer to buy them and others are positively jealous and love to visit and listen. If i ever create another pair they will be a 2.0 version, but maybe this was such a lucky shot in the dark i may not improve the 1982 efford... 😊
Beautiful indeed😮” I will keep playing the lottery 🎊 🎉
Beautiful setup and I'm so glad you treated the room. I bet that sounds absolutely amazing. Thanks for sharing buddy
Thanks for watching!
After 40 years on this never ending upgrade bug, got rid of all my high end gear. Built myself a classic 2 way with a 8" paper cone woofer and 1" fabric dome in a classic 2 cu ft thin wall bbc type enclosure. Also built an amplifier off a vintage schematic employing some metal transistors. Finally listening to music instead of my gear😂
fantastic, well done and congratulations your system is awesome!
Thank you!
I love that one of the first things he explained is how subjective sound is. I learned that the expensive way with my dive into the headphone rabbit hole. If you like something and it fits what you’re looking for it doesn’t matter how much it costs, how it’s reviewed or who makes it.
Exactly Dustin! Buy what makes you happy, and what puts a smile on your gace when you are listening to your favourite music.
WoW pan the detailing Man this is a epic hi-fi set up i won't it sk envious 😮😊😂😂
Really nice man 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Thank you! Cheers!
How do you handle the Power Alleys created by separating the subwoofers?
Merci PAN. Loved the video and the passion that you have about the system and relaying that to us.
I have watched a few of your videos and while watching this one, I went and subscribed, hopefully now you can go and buy those Sigma cables.
It must be surreal to actually hear those BW speakers in person. I live in Montreal if you ever have an open house :)
Thanks! Since the video I did upgrade the Alpha series speaker and power cables, which are already high end cables, to their even higher end Sigma series.
I also added the new flagship Kaleidescape Strato C 4K movie player and Terra Prime SSD movie server to my home theater setup. Uncompressed movies best video and sound quality. Makes my ultra high end Oppo 4K blu-ray player seem obsolete haha!
This is magnificent… I heard you talking, but I was busy drooling.
Hehe thanks! It’s so awesome to get to enjoy my favourite Mikes Davis master recordings on it! And many more artists of course.
Congrats. Great set up and a beautiful system.
Thank you!
Fantastic set-up. Listening heaven😃😃
Glad you like it!
This music system is the ultimate artistic expression of musical reproduction. Excellent, life is good..
Wow congratulations 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks!
Hey Pan, are you concerned with summation and cancellation from the two subwoofers? Having two you'd only have a natural frequency response if you are exactly equidistant from both.
Absolutely no worries. The system plays so good. I also have dual subs in my home theater.
When properly setup, having dual subs is much better than a single one. You should read up on it.
See this article: www.svsound.com/blogs/subwoofer-setup-and-tuning/75040195-why-go-dual?_gl=1*1ryda5i*_ga*YW1wLVppWXVnTktWMmxTMzB1RnIzU21LUVE.#
Nice setup. I've got a few of those pieces. I haven't splurged for the MCD12000 or C12000 preamp yet, I do like the little handles though, ha. :D What are the lights on the floor you're using to light up the speakers?
Some cordless LED spotlights I had seen at an audio show, the effect was so cool, I decided to get some. Here's a link: amzn.to/3SABKX8
Absolutely spectacular system and perfect combo! Congratulations!
Thank you very much!
How well does the Wi-Fi on the Auralic work? Thanks, great system.
It’s bulletproof. Zero issues with any of the components so far.
But I also have a very high end, overkill enterprise level network at home with UniFi Dream Machine, UniFi Enterprise Pro 2.5G swtich 48 ports, three UniFi U6 Enterprise WiFi 6E access points, etc.
Superb setup, especially those B&W's....enjoy.
Thanks! 👍
Seen ur other home theater set up how would u compare the revel, golden ear and sonus faber? Looking to upgrade from my klipsch
It would be unfair to compare them, as the Revel flagship Performa Be series are many times the price of the Golden Ear or Sonus Faber... If you have a big budget, then the Revel are in another league for sure. The Revel are well into the five figures.
Bang for buck though, the Golden Ear speakers are pretty awesome. I had the Triton Two+ series, which is on the higher end, but you can get less expensive series in their lineup and they'd still likely do better than your Klipsch. What series of Klipsch speakers do you own?
@@PanTheOrganizer klipch rf 7s but wanted to upgrade. Saw u had sonus faber and golden ear prior and wanted ur input. I use mine for home theater and 2 channel but don't plan to spend too much. Thx saw ur new set up wow nice.
Did you try to put both subs next to each other where the rack is? You will have better coverage with one center position instead of left right so that other listeners positions will have similar experience on low end as you have in the sweet spot.
I let the installers do their things and position the setup and calibrate it. They know their stuff. They did the best with the space they had (as I also have a high end custom home theater setup right next to it). The room was planned for the Home Theater, so the HiFi is a little bonus hehe.
Unbelievable system. Beautifully executed and researched. I’m a McIntosh MA5300 guy with Sonus Faber Olympics Nova 1s and while fairly good, it’s nothing like the system you’ve built.
Thanks man! You have a cool setup too. What we wouldn’t do for the love of music!
How did you discover my channel by the way?
I found you through my Sony es hifi system I was looking for good Bluetooth to connect to my hifi and for some reason your videos came up😅.
What cable are you running from your switchboard to socket outlets?
I now have Shunyata Sigma series power and speaker cables across the entire setup.
Love the fact you say make it your choice, I have always said the same. You have obviously worked very hard. Great review
I appreciate that!
Beautiful setup hifi audio system.. I'm curious how much overall for a/v setup excluding the room acoustic calibrations?
Thanks! I don't discuss prices on UA-cam though as there are too many jealous people on social media. One can imagine that a system of this magnitude doesn't come cheap though.
Do you have a HiFi setup yourself? What gear do you own?
Awesome set up! 😮 👍
Thanks! 👍
Hello what's your opinion about the focal VS b&w brands? Did you consider the focal sopra or utopia as upgrade
I absolutely love Focal speakers, so yes I considered some Focal Sopra No 3, and Focal Maestro Utopia EVO speakers. But ultimately, I wanted a completely different sound signature, as I often do when buying a new system. I also considered some Wilson Audio Sasha V and Alexia V speakers, and some speakers in the Magico lineup. The Wilson Audio Alexia V would have been my choice had I not listened to the B&W.
Crazy high-end setup! No expense spared.
I was just watching a video on the showcase of the 801D4 Signature with the Michi monoblocs. This setup is way heavier on electronics than even Bowers and Wilkins used to showcase their speakers 😀. Do these speakers need a sub and can a sub match the quality of bass of the Aerofoil bass woofers?
Never seen so many different ways of amplification and especially at the pre-amp and controller level. Just out of curiosity, did you use room correction at all?
Thanks! No room correction here, just trial and error for proper positioning of speakers, and a lot spent on an acoustician to get room measurements and report provided to a team that took care of room treatment.
I have heard the 801 D4s before but not on this specific setup, I can imagine they are the closest to the Nautilus as you can get. I would love to just go through some tracks and hear this in person. Looks beautiful and I'm sure the warmth coming out of that system is something that can only be appreciated sitting in that room. Pan kudos to you and so great that you have the opportunity to put a system like that together. Keep us in the loop if you add or change something as I love your content although I'm sure you probably won't change anything. 😊
Amazing....how long did it take to set up the system, with all the fine tuning
The team took care of everything in one day. After burn in was completed a few weeks later, they came back for final tuning.
Nice system, I have the same subs. What do you recommend for polishing product to removed some swirls?
I don't touch them so they never have swirls. But if you do have swirls, any light polish will do. Something like Sonax Perfect Finish. You could even hand polish using a microfiber towel and the polish.
@@PanTheOrganizer Thank you!
Pan, can you explain when using your transporter as a streaming device how it connects to the audio system for playback? My thanks.
I don't understand your question. I have a separate CD/SACD player/DAC, and a dedicated music streamer. The streamer is connected to the DAC.
@@PanTheOrganizer Guess I don't understand the way this works. I thought you used the auralic to stream from. Did not understand how you got the streaming audio to your speakers.
Thanks for sharing Pan. Any Hip Hop you recommend for high-fi listening? So much of my favorite stuff from the 90ties wasn't mastered that well.
I don't overthink the moment when it comes to Hip-Hop on a high end system, as hip hop tracks aren't what audiophiles consider good recordings anyways. But some of the good ones include Jay-Z and Dr Dre.
what an amazing Soundsystem thanks for sharing
Thanks Brent!
Awesome system Pan! Great to see that you’re enjoying high-end audio and sharing with everyone on your channel. It makes sense that if you care about the details, upping your game to make your car look and your music sound better will bring joy to your life. Love your channel!
Much appreciated!
HI! I couldnt see it properly... Do you use bi amping for your speakers?
I still have my 30 years old Technics SU-V470 and sound great...
Also my Technics Sl-1200 turntable from 1979 still works good and sounds fantastic..
It's not a problem to put together a system when you have an unlimited budget...
Building a system that sounds good and for little money is an art....
I know where you come from. When I started with my first HiFi system (I'm now at my eighth setup), I had a much more limited budget and so I had to get the most value for my money. I was worried more about the most important components: speakers and amp. Less worried about extras like DACs, power cables, speaker cables, power conditioners, etc.
So I have seen quite the progression in levels in my adult life so far, and I really work hard to indulge fully in my passions, so it's nice that I get to enjoy this level of setup. But even this, as crazy as it is, doesn't hold a candle next to my friend's 2M setup which I covered in this video: ua-cam.com/users/shortsydRetDfgICg?si=DpHJtTkLecc-dxFU
I'd be interested to see how you do with a double blind test for power cables, interconnects.
you already know the answer to that ;)
Hi Pan Great system, I am thinking about getting one carbon special and adding another next year, Can you tell me where you got those floor lights highlighting your speakers?
Thanks! These are the LED lights that I bought: amzn.to/3EZIru1
@@PanTheOrganizer Thanks
Fabuloso equipo de Audio y Cine en casa a Disfrutar mucho de ellos 👌👍👏🇪🇸